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The story

President Trump has apologised on behalf of the American people to the newly appointed US Supreme Court justice Brett Kavanaugh for what he called the campaign of political and personal destruction that the judge had had to endure.

Key words and phrases

on behalf ofas a representative for; instead of• I did the wedding speech on behalf of my father as he was too emotional.• I’ve heard the opinions of my organisation. I’m here to speak on their behalf.

made upimaginary, false, invented• Your excuses are always made up! You never tell the truth!• Neil thinks that the Loch Ness Monster is just a made-up story.

charadea situation or event which is false or misleading• The job interviews were a charade. They had chosen who they wanted in advance.• He always pretends he can’t afford dinner so I have to pay! It’s such a charade!

To do

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3 Questions

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Ajuda

Fechar

Atividade

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Dica

Only one preposition can be used with this fixed expression!

Question 1 of 3

Ajuda

I would like to speak ___ behalf of the company to welcome you all to today’s conference!